2005 Audi A6 vs. 1965 Innocenti A40S
To start off, 2005 Audi A6 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Innocenti A40S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Innocenti A40S would be higher. At 2,671 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1965 Innocenti A40S. (43 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1965 Innocenti A40S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 weights approximately 1005 kg more than 1965 Innocenti A40S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Innocenti A40S. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi A6 (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Innocenti A40S. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Innocenti A40S.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A6 | 1965 Innocenti A40S | |
| Make | Audi | Innocenti |
| Model | A6 | A40S |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2220 mm |
